Industry Events

Intersolar South America

August 22 – 24, 2017

São Paulo, Brazil

The Intersolar South America exhibition is as its previous editions a mirror of the global solar market. With more than 11,500 visitors and over 1,500 conference attendees at Sao Paulo's Expo Center Norte, Intersolar South America 2016 attracted more than double its expected attendance, making it South America's largest solar exhibition and conference. 180 exhibitors showcased their products in 2016 – an increase of 60% over 2015 again, as already in the year before.

As a visitor, you will find the complete value chain of PV and ST at the show floor, from PV Cells and Modules manufactures, BOS, components, tracking, applications, distributors. Global brands and local heroes present their latest technologies and show possibilities to earn money, to save money, and to be up-to-date on solar developments.

5th Microgrid Global Innovation Forum 2017

September 4 – 6, 2017

Barcelona,
Spain

The 5th edition of the Microgrid Global Innovation Forum, September 4-6, 2017 in Barcelona, focuses on microgrid advances, case studies and applications in EMEA, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. The emphasis is on maximizing the effective use of renewable and distributed energy resources, refining the positive business model for a range of microgrid deployments, and sharing real-world case studies in both grid-tied and off-grid/remote environments.

Catalysts of the Climate Economy: A National Innovation Summit

September 6 – 8, 2017

Burlington, VT

Catalysts of the Climate Economy (cc:econ) is a 3-day national innovation summit in Burlington, Vermont to bring together entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders who are accelerating economic development by solving the unprecedented challenges presented by climate change. The summit will feature speeches, roundtables, and discussion groups with industry leaders, an innovation and pitch contest for entrepreneurs, and “innovation tours” to exemplary Vermont locations guided by summit speakers and other changemakers. Visit https://www.ccecon17.com for the full speaker lineup, schedule, registration information, and more.

Solar Power International

September 10 – 13, 2017

Las Vegas, NV

Solar Power International, in collaboration with the Energy Storage Association, paves the way for synergy between energy storage and solar markets. As energy storage increases the power of solar by storing and releasing energy on-demand where it is needed on the grid, both utilities and others can take advantage of increased revenue and customer satisfaction. Learn more at www.solarpowerinternational.com.

Sustainable Investment Forum

September 19, 2017

New York, NY

The Sustainable Investment Forum, the largest finance-focused event taking place during New York Climate Week, is back for its second edition on September 19th, 2017 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Times Square. Building on the success of 2016’s edition, the Forum will welcome over 400 attendees representing asset owners and managers, commercial banks, development banks, private venture capitalists, technology developers, mayors, and national policy makers all looking to drive investment in green innovation.

New York REV Future 2017

September 26 – 27, 2017

Brooklyn, NY

Building on last year’s sold out conference, NY REV Future 2017 will bring together key stakeholders, technology providers, utilities and state policy makers to discuss actionable business strategies to operationalize the ongoing initiative for a clean, resilient and affordable system in New York. The conference program will largely follow the format of other highly successful GTM conferences, providing world-class content, speakers and moderators; valuable branding, exposure and thought leadership; and unparalleled networking opportunities for attendees, stakeholders and all involved partners. Specific topics and agenda items will follow current market issues surrounding NY REV, pivoting conversations to operationalizing much of the pilot and demonstration project work.

EMART Energy

October 3 – 5, 2017

Amsterdam, Netherlands

EMART Energy is the no. 1 networking platform for European energy traders and in 2017 will co-locate with European Utility Week, allowing its attendees to get in touch with a broader scope of solutions and experiences in the energy sector. This year’s EMART Energy conference programme is themed “Energy trading in an era of decentralization” and will focus on topics such as: making use of decentralization, external technology drivers, digitalization: What opportunities arise?, renewables entering the market & electrification and will feature analyses on energy price drivers and the latest innovations in trading. For more information go to www.emart-energy.com

Intelligent Buildings Europe

October 3 – 5, 2017

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Intelligent Buildings Europe focusses on the importance of buildings in our everyday life, and facilitates the business and networking opportunity between Utilities, ESCOs, Energy Service Providers, Financiers, Governments, Cities and Municipalities, all with the common goal of meeting climate change and policy commitments by improving energy efficiency. For more information go to www.european-utility-week.com/IBE.

Energy Revolution Europe

October 3 – 5, 2017

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Energy Revolution Europe focusses on the most recent developments in renewables integration and energy storage in order to fully integrate systems and benefit from a smarter grid. For more information go to www.european-utility-week.com/ERE.

Initiate!

October 3 – 5, 2017

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Initiate! focusses on working with the utility industry in their effort to embrace the need for adopting new technologies, acquiring new talents or forming new partnerships to empower the industry to create positive. It is the perfect platform to provide start-ups and young talent the opportunity to share their ideas and innovations with the more established professionals in the industry. For more information go to www.european-utility-week.com/initiate.

Smart Cities Week Washington

Smart Cities Week delivers against the urgent global need for more livable, workable and sustainable cities. Come to Washington, D.C. Oct. 3-5 to join visionary government leaders and the world's foremost smart cities practitioners for a unique, immersive event that ultimately answers the question: How can smart infrastructure solve my city's toughest challenges?

Hosted by the Smart Cities Council, this third-annual conference and exhibition promises to be part inspirational and part educational. Attendees will hear from the sector's leading experts, exchange ideas with peers from around the world and see the next wave of smart technologies first-hand. Register at www.smartcitiesweek.com/2017-Washington/

European Utility Week

October 3 – 5, 2017

Amsterdam, Netherlands

European Utility Week is the premier landmark event in Europe for the entire smart utility sector, accumulating over 12,000 international smart energy stakeholders and 600 exhibitors. It is a dynamic and energizing 3-day business, innovation and information platform in the form of a conference-led exhibition. The event facilitates greater networking and content sharing opportunities across the entire energy spectrum from generation to end use. The programme is developed to serve every level of the utility value chain in the form of a strategic and policy forming environment during the exclusive Summit and the more practical case studies presented during the Hub Sessions, free to attend for all visitors.

3-5 October 2017, RAI Amsterdam, will see the event co-locating with four new events including: EMART Energy, the leading energy trading event, Energy Revolution Europe, exploring the most recent developments in renewables integration and energy storage, Intelligent Buildings Europe, emphasizing the importance of buildings in our everyday life and the key role they have in our smart cities future, and the highly revered innovation programme Initiate!

Women’s Empowerment Conference

October 11, 2017

Portland, OR

This Summit is a joint initiative created through a partnership with SEIA's Women's Empowerment Committee and OSEIA. The event aims to facilitate education, connections, and provide thought leadership in the solar industry. Hear from key industry leaders as we cover relevant topics related to leadership, diversity, policy, and others.

ACORE Finance West

October 12, 2017

San Francisco, CA

ACORE Finance West convenes leaders at a pivotal time for renewable energy in the western U.S. as states intensify their renewable commitments and in the face of federal retrenchment. This premier industry event will highlight top investment opportunities and provide the latest insights on the financing of renewable energy and grid modernization efforts in leading western markets.

Itron Utility Week

October 13 – 20, 2017

Houston, TX

Technology has opened our industry’s door to entirely new frontiers—to creative, unique ways of solving challenges, both old and new. To creating greater efficiency and effectiveness in all that we do. To gaining deeper insights from data and analysis than ever before. To unlocking new services to maximize the potential of our systems, our resources and our people.

Solar Power Midwest

October 19 – 20, 2017

Chicago, IL

Join solar industry leaders and professionals from the region and gain insight on the latest trends and challenges impacting the Midwest. The event offers attendees the opportunity to make powerful connections with leading companies and peers from this growing solar market.

U.S. Power & Renewables Summit

November 7 – 9, 2017

Austin, TX

The rapid growth of renewable energy is having a profound impact on the fundamental drivers of the U.S. power markets. Join us in November to get an in-depth look at how solar, wind and related renewable energy technology are interacting with current power market dynamics, and how this interaction is raising key questions and challenges for the industry moving forward. This one-of-a-kind show includes the recently combined strengths of GTM Research, MAKE and Wood Mackenzie to provide a unique view across the entire energy market value chain. This collaboration is bringing together the industry experts and stakeholders who are front and center in figuring out these new market dynamics and ways of doing business across the power market landscape.

36th PLMA Conference

Gain real-world insight from practitioners and energy utilities active in the demand response marketplace. About 200 demand response industry professionals are expected to attend from energy utilities and government agencies as well as industry allies, including consultants, manufacturers, and service providers. See the agenda and who's attending at www.peakload.org/event/36thconf.

U.S. Energy Storage Summit

December 12 – 13, 2017

San Francisco, CA

Now in its third year, the U.S. Energy Storage Summit will bring together utilities, financiers, regulators, technology innovators, and storage practitioners for two full days of data-intensive presentations, analyst-led panel sessions with industry leaders, and extensive, high-level networking. We will kick-off the event with an overview of the current energy storage market on both sides of the meter, examining utility strategies, policies, and market designs. On Day 2, we’ll take a closer look at emerging technologies, business models and financing strategies.

Solar Summit Mexico

February 13 – 14, 2018

Mexico City, Mexico

With Latin America's emergence as the hottest region for solar development in recent years, Mexico has taken the lead with a dynamic energy transition that sets the stage for unprecedented solar growth. An abundance of solar resources, high power prices, falling technology costs, and an increasing need for resource diversification combine to place Mexico among the global leaders for PV development. This two-day event will leverage GTM Research's regional expertise in Mexico to ensure your company is uniquely positioned to capture specific opportunities while appropriately managing regulatory, political, and market risks.

SEPA Utility Conference

April 23 – 25, 2018

Rancho Mirage, CA

The SEPA Utility Conference provides a space where regulated utilities can network and learn from their peers in a confidential, intimate environment. Whether you are a utility professional interested in solar, energy storage, demand response, or the various other technologies that enable distributed generation, there's something here for you.